Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 14th of March.
Good morning, Athens.
StorageCafe’s analysis based on U.S. Census data shows that in 2023, Chatham County led Georgia with about 7,500 net new residents while Athens welcomed mostly Gen Z renters and nearby suburban areas saw high homeownership rates amid moves from out-of-state.
Athens Homeless Coalition updated the Athens-Clarke County Commission with data from the Coordinated Entry System showing nearly 900 people experiencing homelessness (200 of whom are children) and matching over 40 to housing opportunities.
The tool is now the most current in the state.
Georgia gymnastics faced longtime rival Alabama at Coleman Coliseum in Tuscaloosa Friday night in their final regular season meet.
The team had strong wins against Missouri and Auburn, although junior All-American Lily Smith missed the contest after breaking her foot earlier this month.
Georgia football announced its spring practice schedule starting Tuesday, March 17, with 15 practices (on Tuesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays) and ending Saturday, April 18 with G-Day, while Pro Day is set for Wednesday, March 18 (the day after practices start).
Grupo La Ventaja Live Concert
8 p.m. — RODEO NIGHT CLUB ATHENS — Ticket prices vary — Experience the vibrant sounds of Grupo La Ventaja, a Cumbia Norteña band with captivating rhythms.
St Joe's Jog 5K
10:30 a.m. — Sandy Creek Park — Registration fees apply — Participate in a community-focused race benefitting St. Joseph Catholic Parish School.
Barnhouse Concert
7:30-8:30 p.m. — Georgia Theatre — Ages 18+ — Experience the high-energy southern rock sounds of Barnhouse as they turn up the dance party in Athens.
Christone 'Kingfish' Ingram - The Hard Road Tour
7-10 p.m. — 40 Watt Club — Check for ticket prices — Experience the sound of a modern blues guitar hero blending Delta spirit with innovative musical exploration.
Old Crow Medicine Show Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — Georgia Theatre — $78/ticket — Enjoy an evening of live music with the renowned Old Crow Medicine Show.
2000's Party
6-9 p.m. — Georgia Theatre — Get ready to groove with the biggest hits from the 2000s in a night filled with nostalgia and Y2K fashion.
Willy Tea Taylor Concert
12-3 AM — Flicker Theatre & Bar — Tickets required — Enjoy an evening of live music with singer-songwriter Willy Tea Taylor.
French Language Class
6-7 p.m. — Oconee County Library — Free entry — Dive into the basics of French with expert instructor Emma Auer.
Warren Hollow with Maple Street Band and The Midknighters
7-10 p.m. — 40 Watt Club — $10 (adv.), $12 — Experience Southern rock echoes from the 1970s as Warren Hollow takes the stage alongside local favorites.
Drivin' N' Cryin' Live
7-10 p.m. — 40 Watt Club — Under 18 with parent or guardian — Enjoy a night of legendary Southern rock with recent music hall inductees Drivin' N' Cryin'.
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